der Kult
Translation
cult, worship, veneration, craze
Examples
Um diese Person wird ein Kult betrieben.
A cult is practiced around this person.
Der antike Kult der Göttin war weit verbreitet.
The ancient cult of the goddess was widespread.
Grammar Patterns
the cult ((of sb./sth.)) the cult of sb./sth. The cult of the goddess was ancient.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Verehrung (veneration), die Anbetung (worship)
Etymology
From Latin 'cultus' (worship, care). Related to 'Kultur' (culture) and 'kultivieren' (to cultivate).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'cult' as an intense form of 'culture' (Kultur) focused on one thing or person.